ChargePoint and OBE Power to Install 2,500 EV Chargers in North American Multifamily Housing
Event summary
- ChargePoint and OBE Power will deploy 2,500 EV charging ports at multifamily residences starting in 2026.
- OBE Power will use ChargePoint’s technology as its exclusive provider for chargers, software, and services.
- The partnership aims to address the gap in EV charging availability for multifamily housing, where 80% of EV charging occurs at home.
- OBE Power will manage the charging solutions end-to-end, including driver support, energy cost reimbursement, and maintenance, at no cost to landlords.
The big picture
The partnership between ChargePoint and OBE Power targets a critical gap in EV charging infrastructure for multifamily residences, a segment where availability lags despite 80% of EV charging occurring at home. This collaboration leverages ChargePoint’s technology and OBE Power’s infrastructure model to provide a scalable solution, potentially accelerating EV adoption in urban and suburban housing markets. The deal underscores the growing demand for EV charging solutions in high-density living areas, driven by regulatory pressures and consumer preferences for sustainable transportation.
What we're watching
- Deployment Pace
- The pace at which ChargePoint and OBE Power can scale the deployment of 2,500 charging ports across North America.
- Market Penetration
- How the partnership will impact EV charging adoption in multifamily housing, a segment lagging behind single-family homes.
- Operational Efficiency
- Whether OBE Power’s owned-and-operated model can effectively manage the end-to-end charging solutions without operational barriers.
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